TIPS - Kyoto Sanga FC VS Shimizu S-Pulse

[(Kyoto Sanga FC) Strength]:
1. Kyoto Sanga FC currently lead the league with 55 points, but they are tied with Kashima Antlers behind them. The team need more points to solidify their position and have strong motivation to secure a win.
2. Kyoto Sanga FC drew 1-1 away against Sanfrecce Hiroshima in the last league match. They have remained unbeaten in their last 10 league games, with an impressive record of 7 wins and 3 draws, showcasing excellent form in the league.
3. Kyoto Sanga FC have a strong offensive firepower, having scored 53 goals in 29 league matches so far this season, averaging nearly 2 goals per game, making them one of the teams with the most goals scored in the league.
4. Kyoto Sanga FC have shown solid defense recently, conceding only 2 goals in their last 5 league matches, with 3 clean sheets during this period.
5. Kyoto Sanga FC have been very strong at home in recent league matches, winning all of their last 5 home league games.
6. In their last 5 encounters, Kyoto Sanga FC have won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1, showing a clear historical advantage in recent meetings.

[(Kyoto Sanga FC) Weakness]:
1. Kyoto Sanga FC's star striker Rafael Elias scored a crucial goal in the last league match to help the team secure a draw. He currently leads the league's scoring chart with 17 goals. However, he will be suspended for this match due to accumulated yellow cards, which is undoubtedly a significant blow to the team's attacking power.

[(Shimizu S-Pulse) Strength]:
1. Shimizu S-Pulse forward Koya Kitagawa was suspended in the last league match due to accumulated yellow cards but will return for this game. Foreign player Ahmed Ahmedov has been absent for 4 months due to injury but has returned to training and is expected to make a comeback in this match.
2. Shimizu S-Pulse won 1-0 away against Albirex Niigata in the last league match, ending a 4-game winless streak and showing signs of improved form.
3. Shimizu S-Pulse's defensive performance has been commendable, conceding only 4 goals in their last 5 official matches, with 3 clean sheets during this period.

[(Shimizu S-Pulse) Weakness]:
1. Shimizu S-Pulse are currently ranked 13th in the league table, with an 11-point cushion above the relegation zone, meaning relegation pressure is low. However, they are still far from qualifying for the AFC Champions League Elite, so their motivation to win in this away match may be limited.
2. Shimizu S-Pulse struggles offensively, having scored only 3 goals in their last 5 league matches, averaging less than 1 goal per game.
3. Shimizu S-Pulse have limited competitiveness on away field, with a record of 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 away league games, resulting in a win rate of only 30%.

[Tips]:
Kyoto Sanga FC have performed exceptionally well in the league this season and currently sit at the top of the table.

They have continued their excellent form recently, remaining unbeaten in their last 10 league matches, winning 7 of them.

The team have shown strong performances both offensively and defensively, with a particularly dominant home record.

Shimizu S-Pulse have been in poor form lately, winning only 1 of their last 5 league matches.

The team struggles offensively and lack strength in away games.

Additionally, Shimizu S-Pulse have historically been at a disadvantage against Kyoto Sanga FC, so they should not be overestimated in this away game.

Kyoto Sanga FC are expected to win in this game.

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